December weather forecast
Monument, NM

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Monument, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 53.8°F (12.1°C) and 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

Monument's weather changes with the onset of December, slightly falling from a comfortable 63.5°F (17.5°C) in November to a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 37°F (2.8°C) in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 51%.

Rainfall

In Monument, in December, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Monument, during the entire year, the rain falls for 81.7 days and collects up to 11.5" (292mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Monument, New Mexico, are January through March, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Monument. Snow falls for 1.9 days and accumulates 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Monument is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Monument, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:57 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Monument.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Monument?

The high-temperature, in December, in Monument, records 53.8°F (12.1°C), while the low-temperature is 37°F (2.8°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Monument?

In Monument, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in December is 51%.

How many days does it rain in December in Monument?

In Monument, New Mexico, in December, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Monument?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1.9 days and accumulates 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Monument?

In Monument, New Mexico, in December, during 1.9 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Monument?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Monument?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 3min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Monument?

On the first day of December in Monument, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:57 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Monument?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Monument, New Mexico, with an average of 6.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Monument have in December?

In Monument, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Monument?

The month with the lowest UV index in Monument is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Monument?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Monument, New Mexico, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Monument, NM

Average temperature in December - Monument, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Monument, NM

Average pressure in December - Monument, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Monument, NM

Average wind speed in December - Monument, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (10.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Monument, NM

Average humidity in December - Monument, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 51%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (53%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (32%).

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Average rainfall in December
Monument, NM

Average rainfall in December - Monument, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in December
Monument, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Monument, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Monument, NM

Average snowfall in December - Monument, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Monument, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Monument, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Monument, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Monument, NM
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Monument, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Monument, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 25.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (15.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Monument, NM

Average UV index in December - Monument, NM
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Monument, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Monument, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 22).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in December
Monument, NM

Average visibility in December - Monument, NM
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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